We're a company that's been around for more than 60 years.

Hawkins owes its name to Fred T. Hawkins, a builder and true kiwi entrepreneur, whose vision in post-war New Zealand led to the establishment of what is now one of the country's largest privately owned construction companies. Fred believed in excellence and set high standards, creating a benchmark for the future. 

From small beginnings in Fred's Hamilton garage, Hawkins has evolved to become a company that has seen healthy growth over six decades. In 1951 the Hamilton-based company listed on the then New Zealand Stock Exchange (now NZX) and over the next four decades grew an ever-widening client and regional base, expanding to Auckland in 1978.

In 1983, in a “reverse takeover”, McConnell Dowell merged with Hawkins Holdings Limited, and the company continued trading as part of the McConnell Dowell Corporation. As part of the group, Hawkins developed considerable experience in international contracting, providing management and supervisory resources for projects in Guam, Hawaii, Saudi Arabia and the Pacific.

Hawkins relocated its head office to Auckland in 1988 to respond more effectively to the changing demands of the construction industry. In 1994 following McConnell Dowell's decision to return to its core civil business, Hawkins was sold back into private ownership. Today, Hawkins is a leader in providing clients with dependable construction and engineering management for a diverse range of clients.

Hawkins is part of the McConnell Group, one of New Zealand's largest privately owned construction, infrastructure and property groups.